Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
Good morning, Rochester.
🏘️ Community
The Rochester NAACP announced on Wednesday the passing of educator and community leader Joyce Gibbs—a pioneering figure in Rochester Public Schools and the city's first Black girl scout leader.
Funeral arrangements will be shared when finalized.
💼 Business
Elevated gas prices have strained Bob the Bug Man's 25-vehicle fleet—fuel costs have risen 60%, adding $7,000 compared to last year.
The company has adjusted its routing system to combine non-emergency calls to offset the increased expenses.
🎓 Education
RPS Personal Finance and Investing Class students got hands-on practice with real-world budgeting during the district’s Finance Camp on Wednesday at Mayo.
Sponsored by Think Bank, students from Century, John Marshall, and Mayo High chose careers, assessed starting salaries, and discussed balancing housing, transportation, and food expenses.
🌲 Environment
Rochester marks the 20th anniversary of A Litter Bit Better on Earth Day as volunteers join Mayor Kim Norton and Rochester Public Schools students in cleaning streets, parks and waterways.
The cleanup runs from Saturday, April 25 to Sunday, May 3 — register to pick your spot for this community event.
An EF-2 tornado that hit southern Olmsted County last week prompted rapid mobile alerts and automatic sirens across the area.
National Weather Service operators and local emergency management confirmed the redundant system — including overlapping sirens — helped residents take cover despite one siren losing power.
🏥 Health
Mayo Clinic researchers in Rochester developed a lab model to test a targeted treatment that blocks TNF-alpha to help prevent kidney injury in cancer patients on immunotherapy.
Further studies will test this option as an alternative to steroids + could allow patients to continue lifesaving treatment.
🎉 Rochester Events
Submit an event →
12th Annual Timmay 5k Run/Walk
9-11 a.m. — Silver Lake Park - East Shelter — Registration fees apply — Raise awareness for organ donation while enjoying a morning run or walk in the community.
Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k
Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k — May 2 — Rochester, Minnesota — Entry fees apply — Experience a spirited community run in the heart of Rochester.
Gold Rush Antique Show
8 a.m.-6 p.m. — Graham Arena Complex — Admission good all three days — Explore hundreds of vendors offering antiques, collectibles, and unique finds.
The SpongeBob Musical
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Rochester Civic Theatre — Adults $37, Seniors $32, Students $29 — Join SpongeBob and friends in a race against a volcano to save Bikini Bottom.
Med City Marathon
7 a.m. — Rochester International Airport — Registration required — Experience the unique challenge of a 20-mile race in the scenic surroundings of Rochester, Minnesota.
Three Dog Night Concert
10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a day filled with iconic rock music from Three Dog Night.
🏠 Rochester Real Estate
Submit a listing →
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
💼 Rochester Job Board
Submit a job →
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
📣 Rochester Announcements
Submit an announcement →
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Rochester.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.